Middle School Camp

We have a lot in store for Middle School Campers this summer! This 4 day Voyagers camp for entering 7th-9th graders will feature dynamic music, a talent show, swimming, zipline, archery, youth led prayers, confession, adoration & Mass. There will be plenty of opportunities to meet new friends, grow spiritually and make tons of memories.

The Whispering Winds Scholarships help families, with financial need, to off-set the cost of Middle School Camp. To apply, please FIRST register online at the Middle School Camp webpage and pay your $50 deposit. Please then complete the below application and submit. If the scholarship you are applying for is not available, your deposit is refundable. Scholarship applications MUST be received within 7 days of online registration to be considered.

All campers will be housed in our spacious deluxe lodge rooms that include bunks that sleep up to six, air-conditioning and a bathroom or our newly upgraded Dorm Village. There will be a same-gender counselor sleeping with the kids in each room. Campers may bring a pillow and sleeping bag or twin bed sheets and a blanket.

Q. What if I won’t be the one checking in or checking out my child at MSC?

A. You may send your child to camp with another parent; please do not contact us about this as you do not need prior approval. If you won’t be the one checking your child out, please give the name of who will be to the staff at check-in.

Q. Will there be a doctor or nurse on site?

A. No. We will have a Health Supervisor on-site at all times who will be CPR and First Aid Certified. All of the Whispering Winds camp staff is certified as well.

Q. My child takes medication. How will this be handled?

A. Many of our campers take medication on a daily basis. The Health Supervisor will keep a log of camper names, medication and administration times. Your child will be given their medication at mealtimes if possible; otherwise medication will be given at the time specified. You will have a chance to speak to the Health Supervisor at check-in.

Q. What happens if my child gets sick?

A. The health and safety of your child is our first priority. Any sick or injured child will be brought to the Health Supervisor immediately. He/she will assess your child’s condition, and you will be called immediately if necessary. Most problems can be handled on-site by the Health Supervisor.

Q. What if my child gets homesick?

A. Homesickness is a normal part of camp. Our staff is trained to recognize signs of homesickness. We will work with your child to help them learn to overcome this by talking to them and getting them engaged in activities. In the event of extreme homesickness, parents will be called.

Q. Where will my child sleep?

A. Campers will sleep in either the Juanico or Milner lodge rooms, grouped by age and gender, with a counselor. If necessary, youth will also be housed in the Dorm Village.

Q. What if I need to contact my child?

A. Ideally, you will not need to contact your child during camp. In the event of an emergency, please contact Camp Director Annie Korn at 619-916-9552.

Q. May I visit my child at camp?

A. Parents are asked to not visit their child at camp unless there is an emergency. Camp is a great time for your child to learn independence and experience being away from home. You are invited, however, to join your child for Mass on Sunday at 11am. Youth will not be allowed to use cell phones or the camp phone unless arranged prior to camp.

Q. Can my child attend camp if he/she has special needs?

A. Please contact our Director of Programs Paula Bott at paula@whisperingwinds.org. She would love to speak with you regarding your special needs child.

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VOYAGERS MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP LEADER

Stephanie Espinoza

Stephanie has been serving in ministry for ten years, beginning her time as a catechist for young people while still in high school herself. She has called Good Shepherd her home since her family moved to Mira Mesa in 1997, and it is her great joy to serve her community as the Associate Coordinator of Catechetical Ministries.

Stephanie is a student of the New Evangelization at John Paul the Great Catholic University, and will obtain her Master’s Degree in Biblical Theology with an emphasis in Catechetics in the Fall of 2018. Stephanie has coordinated numerous retreats around the Diocese of San Diego, but has a passion and love for middle school youth. This is her second year coordinating Voyagers Middle School Camp, but she’s been a part of it since the first camp in 2012. It has been the highlight of her ministry year after year!

When she isn’t studying or working, Stephanie loves to read books to her niece, listen to podcasts, and discover new board games with friends. She can’t wait to see you this summer!